An Indian airport in Pune has recently started using ear thermometers to monitor for H1N1 flu on people arriving from international flights.  The ear thermometer represents a great device for monitoring the temperature of large numbers of travelers very quickly and hygienically.  With results displayed typically under two seconds travelers arriving from international destinations can be screened and quarantined as needed.  Hygiene is not a problem as some come with disposable plastic caps (lenses) which can be changed between patients.  Others can be cleaned very easily with a sterilizing spray or wipe.  So far 3 340 passengers have been monitored and no suspected cases of H1N1 have been found.

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